FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mortdale Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Mortdale Small Business Loans
Mortdale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Mortdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Mortdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.